A Cozy, Heartfelt Tea Experience in Berkeley Springs, WV
Where every cup is served with love, heritage, and a touch of timeless elegance.
Tucked inside the lower level of White Pines Estate Bed & Breakfast, Ellen’s Tea Room is a charming oasis where guests can slow down, sip slowly, and savor life’s simple joys. Just minutes from downtown Berkeley Springs — and a short, scenic drive from Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Northern Virginia — this intimate tea room blends family tradition, high-quality organic teas, and warm hospitality into a truly memorable experience.
A Heartfelt Tea Experience Rooted in Tradition
Named in honor of the owner’s beloved mother, Ellen, the tea room carries a deeply personal legacy of warmth, care, and togetherness. Every visit feels like being welcomed into a cherished family tradition.
What You’ll Experience
- Thoughtfully curated organic loose-leaf teas: black, green, white, oolong, pu-erh, yellow, and herbal
- Unlimited pours with expertly brewed, full-flavor steeping
- Cozy, intimate seating in a charming, pine-lined estate setting
- Homemade treats made from scratch
- A relaxing environment perfect for conversation, connection, and slowing down
For eight years, tea room proprietors Anthony and Kathleen Catanella have created a warm, welcoming space where guests instantly feel at home.
From-Scratch Delicacies & Guest Favorites
The food at Ellen’s Tea Room is as beloved as the tea itself — prepared fresh, beautifully presented, and filled with homemade comfort.
Fan Favorites Include:
- Fluffy, warm fresh-baked scones (seasonal favorites like apple cinnamon in the fall)
- Decadent fresh-dipped chocolate strawberries
- Elegant Queen’s Tea selections
- A rotating menu of sweets and small bites
- Unlimited tea pours from the expansive loose-leaf selection
Guests consistently call Ellen’s a “must-visit gem” for its cozy charm, top-notch flavors, and deeply personal service.
Seasonal Events & Special Gatherings
Ellen’s Tea Room specializes in intimate tea-focused events that blend celebration, education, and tradition.
Popular Events Include:
- Christmas Tea with festive treats & holiday blends
- Mother’s Day Tea honoring moms with special selections
- Tea Tastings featuring organic blends and paired treats
- Educational Tea Talks about tea history, origins, health benefits, brewing techniques, and the art of High Tea
Every gathering feels warm, meaningful, and designed to create moments worth remembering.
What Makes Ellen’s Tea Room Truly Special
Ellen’s stands apart from other tea rooms through its rare combination of family soul, premium quality, and intimate setting.
Why Guests Prefer Ellen’s:
- A heartfelt legacy — named after the founders’ mother, Ellen
- Owners personally greet and care for guests
- Cozy setting inside the elegant White Pines Estate
- Exceptional organic loose-leaf teas, a step above mass-market blends
- From-scratch treats—no packaged shortcuts
- Emotional connection + true hospitality = loyal, returning guests
It’s not just tea.
It’s comfort.
It’s connection.
It’s family.
Why Visit & Support Ellen’s Tea Room
Supporting Ellen’s means supporting a small, local, heart-centered business built on love, heritage, and authentic hospitality. Visitors choose Ellen’s because it offers something chain tea shops simply cannot replicate — a warm embrace, a meaningful experience, and a memory that lingers.
From the first pour to the final bite, every detail is prepared with intention.
Our Home in Berkeley Springs & Morgan County
Located in America’s first spa town, Ellen’s Tea Room aligns beautifully with Berkeley Springs’ historic wellness tradition. Just as travelers have long come to rejuvenate in the warm mineral springs, guests now complement that experience with soothing organic teas and herbal infusions.
The tea room sits within the idyllic White Pines Estate, surrounded by 65 acres of mountain views, pines, and peaceful creekside trails — a picturesque backdrop that enhances the ritual of afternoon tea.
Why Our Location Matters:
- Minutes from downtown Berkeley Springs
- Under 2 hours from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore
- A favorite stop for spa-goers, hikers, festival attendees, and weekend adventurers
- Ideal for post-event relaxation after the International Water Tasting, Apple Butter Festival, Wine & Food Fest, and more
Berkeley Springs and Morgan County bring the magic — Ellen’s Tea Room transforms it into a tradition.
Plan Your Visit to Ellen’s Tea Room
Open Fridays & Saturdays • 12 PM – 4 PM • Reservation Only
We encourage early booking — our intimate space fills quickly.
📍 3511 Winchester Grade Rd.
Berkeley Springs, WV 25411
🌐 Website: https://www.whitepinesestate.com/ellens-tea-room.html
📞 Reservations Required
